At the beginning of the year, we discussed the Net Neutrality repeal and what it means for our clients. At the time of our discussion, with the ban being so recent, we were not sure the direction major ISPs would go. A major concern was that bandwidth consumers (you and me) of the nation's largest ISPs would lose or have limited access to content provided via Internet (including streaming services, such as Netflix and Amazon Prime).
Topics: Net Neutrality, Internet Service Providers, David Cohen, David L. Cohen
If you are a building owner, be it residential or commercial, your rooftop is a revenue opportunity. Wireless service providers seek the location and space to provide service.
Topics: Converged Connect, Rooftop, Revenue Opportunity, Wireless Service Provider
With the school year ending, Virtual TV providers received their report cards. A Virtual Multichannel Video Programming Distributor, or Virtual TV provider for short, offers a broad range of premium video content over the Internet, just like any cable or video service provider, but do not have to own network infrastructure.
Topics: Virtual TV, Report Card, Converged Services
Preparing for hurricane season brings a laundry list of to-do items to ensure you and your family are safe before, during and after the storm. Often times, we remember to fill our gas tanks and stock up on water, non-perishable food and generators; however, especially in our mobile, on-the-go world, we forget to have an alternative plan to watch TV.
Topics: Hurricane Season, HD TV Antenna, Converged Consult
Typically, as a property manager, residents only contact you when they need something. However, a vital responsibility of the property manager is to ensure residents are provided proper information any time of day on all aspects of the property, from scheduled board meetings and maintenance to violations and past due rent. Having a reliable and useful mobile communication system is crucial for daily operations, especially during emergencies to save lives.
Topics: Converged Control, Hurricane Season, Mobile Communication
Greetings from Austin! We are attending the 10th annual InterFace Student Housing Conference and excited to share our experience with you!
Topics: Austin, InterFace Student Housing Conference, Connectivity
We were recently asked by one of our clients if signing a long-term telecom services contract that would add ten years to their existing agreement term would be detrimental to their community and its residents due to the ever-changing technology landscape. Our answer, while specific to this client, can serve as a good rule of thumb for other communities that have the same concerns.
Topics: Long-Term Contract, Telecom Services, Telecom Provider
Dense Networks' mission is to create a forum for the exchange of knowledge and best practice use of technology by creating solutions that enable competitive advantage for industry and socially responsible change in our increasingly interconnected world.
Topics: Dense Networks, Smart Cities, Jonathan Adelstein, Geoff Arnold, 2018 Event Series, Getting to Smart
In today's world, safety and security is top of mind for all of us. Residents expect that their homes and community are safeguarded by a highly effective visitor management system and visitor tracking solution that enhances safety and security.
Topics: Converged Control, Visitor Management System, Security, Safety, Guest Passes
On June 26th, Governor Scott approved the House Bill 1237, which contains provisions requiring all condominium associations with 150 units or more to have a community website for all residents. This mandated website must provide a secure login for all residents to access community documents, financial reports, bylaws and policies, meetings, and all other information related to the association's board or management.
Topics: Converged Control, House Bill 1237, Governor Scott, Condominiums, 150 Units, Community Website